The many young Great Horned Owls that are receiving care at Dayton Valley Wildlife Reststop are growing fast. Great Horned Owls have a sturdy digestive system. They sometimes digest their prey whole and later regurgitate pellets that contain unwanted parts.
An orphaned Pronghorn Antelope was one of the recent arrivals at Dayton Valley Wildlife Reststop . She is now a week old. According to Nevada Department of Wildlife website, pronghorns at this age could already outrun a human!! Evelyn keeps a close watch on her while feeding and all doors are double checked closed!!
Recovered from its injuries, this Sandhill crane was released in wetlands area from which it came.
After becoming fully feathered and quickly demonstrating skills to survive, Benson was released into the wild.
The young Pronghorn Antelope is growing fast.
Wing wrapped to help heal.
While at DVWR this baby owl will be fed a specialized diet to strengthen bones.